Articles by James Thompson
James has written 5 articles for Nouse
Guy Fawkes Inn
By James Thompson — October 15, 2008
I arrived at the inn on a Sunday afternoon, having consumed nothing but a cup of coffee since the night before. Naturally I was looking forward to a roast, but much to my dismay they had stopped serving food.
Homemade Beef Burger
By James Thompson — March 13, 2008
500g lean beef mince 1 onion Worcester sauce Our Highland Cowboy explains why you should never buy a burger again… Ah, spring. The days get longer, the skirts get shorter, and a young man’s thoughts can easily become focused on one thing: barbecues. Yes, we are rapidly approaching that glorious time of year when standing [...]
The Black Swan
By James Thompson — February 20, 2008
This is a friendly pub. Too friendly. Worryingly friendly. When you walk into the bar, complete strangers will nod and smile in welcome.
The Lowther
By James Thompson — January 21, 2008
Location: 8 Cumberland Street
Rating: * * *
We have settled on a pair of sofas in the back of the bar. The flood-waters were blocking the front door when we arrived.
The Maltings
By James Thompson — November 21, 2007
Address: Lendal bridge Average food price: £5 You wouldn’t want to mess with the staff at The Maltings. As I walk in I hold the door. “Thank you”, calls the barman to the person leaving. No response. “Thank you!” a little louder. Still nothing. “TOSSER”, the now irate barman hollers, to the amusement of the [...]


